GRADE
26
LOCATION OF POSITION
Maryland Department of Health, Deputy Secretary for Operations, Baltimore, MD
Main Purpose of Job
This position oversees and directs all administrative, operational, and programmatic functions of the Fiscal Services Administration, Cost Accounting and Reimbursements Division, and the General Accounting Division, providing financial stewardship for all financial operations within the Maryland Department of Health's five administrations (Operations, Public Health Services, Behavioral Health Administration, Developmental Disabilities Administration, and the Healthcare Financing/Medicaid Administration). Financial operations include but are not limited to: accounting, finance/budgetary projections, auditing, procurement, expenditure control and monitoring, resource and personnel allocation, and program cost analysis.
The position oversees the operations of the department's Office of Finance, the central office for coordinating and setting processes and policies for all financial functions.
The Fiscal Services Administration has the responsibility to provide fiscal support services and oversight to assure accountability, promptness, responsiveness, and fairness in the application of MDH or State regulations and policies.
The Division of Cost Accounting and Reimbursement is responsible for billing and collecting the cost of inpatient and outpatient services provided at facilities operated by the Maryland Department of Health, including fee coordination activities for community services, preparation of the Department's indirect cost report, preparation of hospital cost reports, and audit settlement for human services providers.
The General Accounting Division oversees all units within Accounting, Grants and Local Health Accounting and FMIS Coordination Divisions responsibilities of the units under this directorate include ensuring implementation and support of FMIS functions, preparation of accurate and timely financial information.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualified candidates should possess a master's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, finance or related field and ten years of fiscal administration, budgetary, or fiscal professional experience, three years of which at a supervisory or management level.
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, finance or related field and 4 additional years of experience may substitute for the master's degree.
Desired Or Preferred Qualifications
Preferred candidates should possess the following:
- Prior experience serving as a CFO or Deputy CFO at a state government agency. Prior experience in comparable areas in the private or non-profit sector will be considered.
- Experience overseeing revenue generating activities, including billing and accounts payable and receivable.
SELECTION PROCESS
This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must accompany your application.
Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.
Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
Benefits
The Maryland Department of Health offers the following benefits:
- Meaningful Work
- Excellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription and Dental
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care)
- Generous Leave Benefits (6 Personal Days, 12 Regular Holidays, Annual Leave, 15 Sick Days)
- Retirement
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible Work Schedules (where applicable)
- Free Mass Transit (Baltimore metro area)
For a full list of the benefits of working for the State of Maryland, please click the link below:
State Of Maryland Benefits
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov .
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
